Category: Goodness

Reclaiming Our Sense of the Majesty on High

Finding Awe and the Presence of God in Simple Terms Many people today feel something is missing in how we experience God and faith. Sometimes, Christian leaders try to explain everything about God in ways that seem logical or easy to understand. But the truth is, God’s presence is so amazing and beyond words, it’s almost impossible to describe it…

When Justice Becomes Perverted: A Reflection on Habakkuk 1:4

The Cry Against a Corrupted Legal System and the Triumph of Wickedness Introduction In the swirling currents of history and the silent chambers of our own society, justice stands as a pillar upon which every community hopes to rest. Yet, there are times when the very foundations crack, and we find ourselves asking: what happens when justice becomes perverted, when…

God’s Good Creation: A Simple Explanation

Understanding Genesis and Its Message About Creation The Book of Genesis, the first book in the Bible, tells the story of how God created the world. It describes how God made light, land, plants, the sun, moon, stars, birds, fish, animals, and finally, humans. After each step of creation, Genesis says, “God saw that it was good.” When God finished…

No Shadow of Turning: God Never Changes

Understanding God’s Unchanging Nature in Simple Words The phrase “no shadow of turning” comes from the Bible, in James 1:17. It means that God never changes—He is always the same, always good, and always reliable. Let’s look at what this means and why it matters. God Is Always the Same When James says there is “no shadow of turning” with…

Why Logic Fails in Understanding Spiritual Truths

A Simple Explanation for Everyday Life  Have you ever tried to talk about faith or spiritual experiences with someone, and they just didn’t get it? Maybe it seemed confusing or even pointless to them. That’s exactly what 1 Corinthians 2:14 talks about. The verse says, “Someone living on an entirely human level rejects the revelations of God’s Spirit, for they…

The Glory of the Lord: Light in the Darkness

Finding Hope and Purpose When Times Are Tough Let’s be real: it seems like every day the news gets a bit gloomier. Stories about politics and politicians, crime, conflict, and all kinds of trouble fill our screens and social feeds. Many people feel like America—and the world—is in crisis, facing darkness both morally and spiritually. It’s easy to worry that…

Going Deeper in Our Hunger for God: Returning to the Heart of the Gospel 

Kingdom of God Series: Whatever Happened to the Gospel?  Have you ever wondered why so many different versions of the gospel are being preached today? You might hear about the “prosperity gospel,” the “feel good gospel,” or the “name it and claim it gospel.” Sometimes, it seems like the true message of Jesus is getting lost among so many other…

Why We Need to Wake Up to the Truth

Personal Reflection on Faith and the Realities We Inherit Sometimes, we need to pause and take a real, honest look at where we are—both as individuals and as a society. Many of us who consider ourselves people of faith, especially in white Christian communities, have inherited certain ways of thinking and living that go much deeper than we realize. Over…

Why God Hates Evil—And Why That’s Good News

Understanding God’s Holiness, Love, and Wisdom in Everyday Language When people say “God hates evil,” it might sound harsh at first. But in the big picture of the Bible and religious teachings, this isn’t about God being angry in a personal or petty way. Instead, it’s really about who God is: perfectly good, totally pure, and always loving what’s right.…